India's health ministry is closely monitoring a new variant of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) amid a rise in respiratory illnesses in China. The surge aligns with seasonal flu patterns and involves common pathogens like HMPV, Influenza, and RSV. India is prepared, and the public is advised to follow standard health precautions.
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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla honored his promise to the family of Pulwama martyr Hemraj by performing the Mayra ceremony at his daughter's wedding in Kota. Fulfilling the role of a maternal uncle, Birla supported Hemraj's widow, Madhubala, and presented traditional wedding gifts.
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